Burst Capital

Burst Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and located in Palo Alto, California. The firm focuses on investing in seed and Series A rounds, primarily targeting software and service companies that operate under marketplace and SaaS business models. In addition to these sectors, Burst Capital also seeks opportunities in education, health and wellness, real estate, enterprise, financial services, and technology. The firm boasts a robust network of executives, founders, and investors, which enhances its capacity to identify and support promising startups.

Geoff Donaker

Founder and General Partner

Lim, Wendy

General Partner

39 past transactions

Pickle

Series A in 2025
Pickle is a peer-to-peer clothing rental marketplace that connects users within their local communities to rent trendy outfits. The platform facilitates both in-person exchanges and same-day local delivery through courier services, primarily focusing on major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. Pickle emphasizes a simple listing process and offers flexible pricing and rental periods, allowing users to explore a variety of brands and styles affordably. By providing access to community closets, the service promotes sustainable alternatives to traditional clothing ownership, making fashionable attire more accessible to consumers.

Baton Market

Series A in 2025
Baton Market, founded in 2021 and based in Richmond, Massachusetts, offers data-driven business valuation services aimed at empowering small business owners. The company focuses on providing accurate business valuation estimates that help maximize the value of enterprises. By leveraging first-party financial data, Baton Market specializes in producing refined valuations tailored specifically for small businesses, making these insights accessible to owners. The company's mission is to ensure that small business owners receive fair compensation for their efforts and contributions, promoting the idea that ownership of small businesses should be attainable for all.

Toothio

Seed Round in 2024
Toothio is transforming the dental staffing industry through a technology-driven platform that connects dental offices with qualified professionals on demand. The platform provides features such as job posting, applicant management, and scheduling, allowing dental practices to efficiently access high-quality talent. Simultaneously, it enables dental professionals to find flexible job opportunities that align with their schedules, streamlining the hiring process for both parties and enhancing workforce management in the dental sector.

Rising Team

Series A in 2024
Rising Team is a software development company that specializes in leadership and team development solutions. Its platform is designed to assist managers in building engaged and connected teams by providing tools for effective team-building sessions, whether conducted remotely or in-person. The platform adopts a holistic approach to leadership development by integrating both training and community support. It empowers managers to facilitate interactive experiences focused on specific leadership or connection topics, enhancing trust and connection within teams. Through its offerings, Rising Team aims to cultivate stronger managers and more resilient teams, ultimately improving overall employee engagement and talent development.

Daisy

Series A in 2024
Daisy is a company that specializes in the installation and services of smart space technology, focusing on both home and office environments. Its mission is to simplify the integration and functionality of smart devices, enabling users to optimize their technology for better performance. By providing tailored solutions, Daisy helps individuals and families effectively utilize and enjoy their smart technologies, enhancing their overall experience in daily life.

Zingly.ai

Seed Round in 2024
Zingly.ai is a next-generation AI and Digital-First CX Center platform that unifies customer interactions across all channels—voice, chat, email, and video—into persistent, always-on digital spaces. Zingly empowers businesses to deliver proactive, personalized engagement at scale, driving revenue growth, operational efficiency, and superior service. With tools like GenAI Agent for automating customer interactions and Agent Copilot for enhancing agent performance, Zingly helps organizations transform customer service from a cost center into a powerful revenue engine. Trusted by industries such as finance, healthcare, and retail, Zingly is reshaping CX with safe, AI-driven solutions that prioritize compliance and data security.

Float Health ()

Series A in 2024
Float Health is a mobile application founded in 2021 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides on-demand nursing services, allowing consumers to request a nurse to visit their home when a family member is ill. Float Health addresses various challenges associated with home healthcare, including scheduling, vetting, and facilitating timely charting and invoicing for insurance. This service aims to enable patients to receive necessary treatment in the comfort of their own homes.

Sibli

Seed Round in 2024
Sibli leverages advanced natural language processing and generative artificial intelligence to analyze large volumes of unstructured and semi-structured data. By extracting meaningful insights from this data, Sibli provides essential research tools for fundamental and quantitative asset managers. The technology allows investors to automate certain research tasks, thereby saving time, broadening their analytical coverage, and enhancing decision-making capabilities. Through its innovative approach, Sibli aims to give investors a competitive edge in securing valuable information.

OfferFit

Series B in 2023
OfferFit is an AI-powered experimentation platform that automates decision-making and personalization for businesses, enhancing customer engagement strategies through continuous testing and learning. The platform employs machine learning to create a self-learning decision engine that segments customers and identifies the most suitable offers for each group. This approach enables businesses to send personalized promotions, improving marketing effectiveness and customer experience. By analyzing customer responses, OfferFit helps companies refine their strategies and optimize the profitability of their promotions.

Pickle

Seed Round in 2023
Pickle is a peer-to-peer clothing rental marketplace that connects users within their local communities to rent trendy outfits. The platform facilitates both in-person exchanges and same-day local delivery through courier services, primarily focusing on major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. Pickle emphasizes a simple listing process and offers flexible pricing and rental periods, allowing users to explore a variety of brands and styles affordably. By providing access to community closets, the service promotes sustainable alternatives to traditional clothing ownership, making fashionable attire more accessible to consumers.

Standard Fleet

Seed Round in 2023
Standard Fleet develops software specifically for electric fleet businesses, focusing on delivery, rental, carshare, lease, and taxi operations. The company's platform offers online and mobile tools that help clients track charging, supercharging, and trip expenses, while also generating activity and mileage reports. Additionally, it provides alerts on battery health, tire maintenance, and wear reduction, enabling users to manage their electric vehicle fleets more efficiently and profitably. Founded by a former CEO of a transportation startup acquired by Apple, Standard Fleet is backed by prominent Silicon Valley investors and comprises a team of experienced engineers and professionals from leading tech companies. The company's mission is to automate workflows, secure vehicles, and facilitate the scaling of operations for its users, with a particular emphasis on Tesla and internet-connected electric vehicles.

Airvet

Series B in 2023
Airvet Inc. is a veterinary telemedicine platform that connects pet owners with veterinarians through a user-friendly application. Founded in 2018 and based in Beverly Hills, California, Airvet enables pet parents to schedule virtual appointments for general health checkups, medical inquiries, and behavioral concerns via live video, audio, and chat. This innovative approach fosters ongoing relationships between veterinarians and clients, enhancing the continuity of care that was previously difficult to maintain. By providing affordable access to veterinary services, Airvet aims to improve the health and well-being of pets, while also driving clinic revenue and integrating veterinarians into a modern veterinary community.

Toothio

Seed Round in 2023
Toothio is transforming the dental staffing industry through a technology-driven platform that connects dental offices with qualified professionals on demand. The platform provides features such as job posting, applicant management, and scheduling, allowing dental practices to efficiently access high-quality talent. Simultaneously, it enables dental professionals to find flexible job opportunities that align with their schedules, streamlining the hiring process for both parties and enhancing workforce management in the dental sector.

Breef

Venture Round in 2022
Breef is a marketing agency platform that connects brands with boutique agencies to fulfill their digital and creative needs. Founded in New York by George Raptis and Emily Bibb, Breef allows users to post projects and find suitable agencies for various purposes, including digital marketing, web development, paid advertising, branding, creative campaigns, and public relations. The platform streamlines the process of finding and engaging with agencies, enabling clients to save time and resources on their advertising campaigns.

Swantide

Seed Round in 2022
Swantide develops customer relationship management software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of sales, marketing, and operations teams. The company's platform automates the configuration and management of global transportation management systems, facilitating seamless customer interactions and engagements. By providing tools that improve visibility and accuracy for revenue teams, Swantide enables businesses to grow and optimize their operations.

Collectly

Series A in 2022
Collectly, Inc. is a company that specializes in debt recovery software, primarily aimed at healthcare organizations. Founded in 2016 and based in Walnut, California, Collectly offers a platform that automates the collection of overdue payments from business customers. The software tracks outstanding invoices, analyzes potential overdue payments, and communicates with customers through automated emails and chat. It enhances the patient financial experience by streamlining revenue cycle operations, facilitating online payments, and enabling customizable payment plans. By leveraging data-driven insights and artificial intelligence, Collectly assists medical practices and hospitals in improving patient collections and reducing accounts receivable, ultimately simplifying the billing process for both providers and patients.

Fanimal

Seed Round in 2022
Fanimal is a San Francisco-based company that operates a live events platform enabling users to purchase tickets for various events across the United States. The platform offers low and transparent pricing, facilitating group purchases and allowing users to split costs seamlessly among friends. By providing essential information about live events and concerts, Fanimal enhances the ticket-buying experience, ensuring that customers can secure their tickets without incurring additional fees. This innovative approach makes it easier for individuals to coordinate attendance and enjoy live entertainment together.

Gated

Seed Round in 2022
Gated is an email management platform that helps users reduce unwanted sales emails and streamline their inboxes. By implementing an intelligent system, Gated decreases inbox volume by an average of 43%, allowing users to focus on important communications. The platform automatically challenges unknown senders, who must pay to reach the user's inbox, with the proceeds benefiting a nonprofit organization of the user's choice. Gated integrates seamlessly with existing email setups, enhancing productivity and creating a more peaceful email experience. The service is offered at no cost to users, making it accessible and easy to adopt within minutes.

Northstar

Funding Round in 2022
Northstar specializes in providing financial wellness solutions and benefits platforms designed to assist companies in supporting their employees effectively. The company offers personalized financial advisory services, helping employees maximize their total compensation through expert guidance on retirement planning, budgeting, and debt management. Northstar's platform is particularly valuable during critical periods such as onboarding, open enrollment, and equity events, enabling businesses to enhance their financial planning and improve operational liquidity. Notable clients include Zoom, Snap, NerdWallet, Superhuman, and Virgin Orbit, reflecting Northstar's commitment to fostering financial wellness in the workplace.

OfferFit

Series A in 2021
OfferFit is an AI-powered experimentation platform that automates decision-making and personalization for businesses, enhancing customer engagement strategies through continuous testing and learning. The platform employs machine learning to create a self-learning decision engine that segments customers and identifies the most suitable offers for each group. This approach enables businesses to send personalized promotions, improving marketing effectiveness and customer experience. By analyzing customer responses, OfferFit helps companies refine their strategies and optimize the profitability of their promotions.

Huckleberry Labs

Series A in 2021
Huckleberry makes behavioral expertise accessible and affordable to all families by combining AI with human experts, starting with children's sleep.

Instawork

Series C in 2021
Instawork is a career marketplace focused on connecting hospitality professionals with businesses seeking to hire on-demand talent. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company transforms traditional recruiting practices for small businesses by providing an automated matching solution. Its platform allows qualified professionals and hourly workers to find job shifts that align with their schedules, thereby facilitating a more efficient hiring process. Instawork aims to create economic opportunities for local businesses and professionals on a global scale.

Oliver Space

Series A in 2021
Oliver Space is a home furnishing company founded in 2018 in San Francisco, California, by Chan Park. The company specializes in providing a wide range of furniture and home decor products, including sofas, rugs, pillows, and plants, through an online platform. Oliver Space offers customers flexible payment options, allowing them to either rent or purchase items on a monthly subscription basis. This model enables individuals to create aesthetically pleasing living spaces without the burden of high upfront costs. Additionally, customers can enjoy a trial period before committing to a purchase, with the option of 0% interest financing, making home decoration both easy and affordable.

Nana

Series A in 2021
Nana is a vertically integrated trade skills school that specializes in training individuals for careers in appliance repair. Recognizing the impending job displacement due to technological automation, Nana aims to support those affected by equipping them with essential trade skills. The organization offers a comprehensive mentorship program to enhance practical experience and directly connects graduates to job opportunities with major brands like Samsung and GE through its marketplace. By refining this educational pipeline and imparting essential life skills, Nana is committed to revitalizing the American workforce and generating significant economic opportunities for a new generation of tradespeople.

Ada

Series C in 2021
Ada Support Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing a chatbot platform designed to enhance customer experience for enterprise businesses. Founded in 2016, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate customer support processes. By enabling non-technical support teams to manage inquiries effectively, Ada's technology reduces overall support volume and allows customers to find answers independently. The system continuously learns from interactions, improving its ability to serve customers over time.

Moxie

Seed Round in 2021
At Moxie, we envision a world where everybody's home for fitness is where you are right now. So you can achieve your goals with confidence... Anywhere. Anytime. Where you live. Where you travel. Outdoors. In the studio. At your convenience. On your schedule. Made possible by fitness coaches who connect with you. Welcome to Moxie! Your home for fitness. Moxie is the only fitness platform that provides consumers with direct connection to thousands of fitness coaches who are ready to help you achieve your wellness goals. - Join live classes that fit your schedule -- with the world's largest selection of daily livestream and in-person fitness and yoga classes - Or, choose from from over 60,000 on-demand recorded classes available anytime - Use our advanced filters to make your perfect fitness connection, such as: beginner prenatal yoga with an experienced coach at 9am on Thursdays! - Get tips and advice from your coaches -- before, during, and after each class - Benefit from 2-way livestream options that enable you to get the coaching and feedback you need, while respecting your privacy.

Rising Team

Seed Round in 2021
Rising Team is a software development company that specializes in leadership and team development solutions. Its platform is designed to assist managers in building engaged and connected teams by providing tools for effective team-building sessions, whether conducted remotely or in-person. The platform adopts a holistic approach to leadership development by integrating both training and community support. It empowers managers to facilitate interactive experiences focused on specific leadership or connection topics, enhancing trust and connection within teams. Through its offerings, Rising Team aims to cultivate stronger managers and more resilient teams, ultimately improving overall employee engagement and talent development.

Northstar

Series A in 2020
Northstar specializes in providing financial wellness solutions and benefits platforms designed to assist companies in supporting their employees effectively. The company offers personalized financial advisory services, helping employees maximize their total compensation through expert guidance on retirement planning, budgeting, and debt management. Northstar's platform is particularly valuable during critical periods such as onboarding, open enrollment, and equity events, enabling businesses to enhance their financial planning and improve operational liquidity. Notable clients include Zoom, Snap, NerdWallet, Superhuman, and Virgin Orbit, reflecting Northstar's commitment to fostering financial wellness in the workplace.

Nana

Seed Round in 2020
Nana is a vertically integrated trade skills school that specializes in training individuals for careers in appliance repair. Recognizing the impending job displacement due to technological automation, Nana aims to support those affected by equipping them with essential trade skills. The organization offers a comprehensive mentorship program to enhance practical experience and directly connects graduates to job opportunities with major brands like Samsung and GE through its marketplace. By refining this educational pipeline and imparting essential life skills, Nana is committed to revitalizing the American workforce and generating significant economic opportunities for a new generation of tradespeople.

Huckleberry Labs

Seed Round in 2020
Huckleberry makes behavioral expertise accessible and affordable to all families by combining AI with human experts, starting with children's sleep.

Airvet

Series A in 2020
Airvet Inc. is a veterinary telemedicine platform that connects pet owners with veterinarians through a user-friendly application. Founded in 2018 and based in Beverly Hills, California, Airvet enables pet parents to schedule virtual appointments for general health checkups, medical inquiries, and behavioral concerns via live video, audio, and chat. This innovative approach fosters ongoing relationships between veterinarians and clients, enhancing the continuity of care that was previously difficult to maintain. By providing affordable access to veterinary services, Airvet aims to improve the health and well-being of pets, while also driving clinic revenue and integrating veterinarians into a modern veterinary community.

Ada

Series B in 2020
Ada Support Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing a chatbot platform designed to enhance customer experience for enterprise businesses. Founded in 2016, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate customer support processes. By enabling non-technical support teams to manage inquiries effectively, Ada's technology reduces overall support volume and allows customers to find answers independently. The system continuously learns from interactions, improving its ability to serve customers over time.

Gabi

Series B in 2020
Gabi Personal Insurance Agency, Inc. is an online insurance broker founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers a free digital tool that allows consumers to compare auto and home insurance rates from various providers, including both established companies and newer entrants in the market. Gabi's technology continuously monitors insurance rates, providing unbiased advice to help customers find optimal coverage at the lowest prices. By connecting to a customer's existing insurance accounts, Gabi's application utilizes intelligent algorithms to streamline the process of comparing policies and facilitates easy switching between providers. This approach saves consumers time and money while ensuring they receive the best possible insurance products tailored to their needs.

RedCircle

Seed Round in 2019
RedCircle is a podcasting platform designed to assist creators in managing, distributing, and monetizing their podcasts. The platform enables podcasters to publish their content without limitations on downloads or audio hours, making it accessible for creators at any stage. RedCircle simplifies the monetization process by facilitating ad revenue collection and providing insights into audience demographics, allowing podcasters to understand their listeners better. This approach not only empowers creators to effectively monetize their work but also helps advertisers evaluate the success of their campaigns. The company is based in San Francisco and is driven by a team of engineers dedicated to enhancing the podcasting experience for both creators and audiences.

Skylight Healthcare Systems

Series A in 2019
Skylight is a technology company specializing in interactive patient care systems for hospitals. It offers the ACCESS interactive patient system, a comprehensive two-way digital communications platform that enhances the hospital experience by transforming television sets into interactive networks for information, education, and entertainment. This system allows patients to access vital information about their care, request assistance, view health education content, and provide real-time feedback through surveys. Additionally, Skylight provides iCarePassport, a web-based system that fosters ongoing patient engagement and personalized communication throughout the care continuum. Founded in 1999 and based in San Diego, California, Skylight aims to improve health literacy and the flow of critical information between patients and caregivers.

Instawork

Series B in 2019
Instawork is a career marketplace focused on connecting hospitality professionals with businesses seeking to hire on-demand talent. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company transforms traditional recruiting practices for small businesses by providing an automated matching solution. Its platform allows qualified professionals and hourly workers to find job shifts that align with their schedules, thereby facilitating a more efficient hiring process. Instawork aims to create economic opportunities for local businesses and professionals on a global scale.

Gencove

Series A in 2019
Gencove is a software platform that focuses on high-throughput and cost-effective genome sequencing through the use of low-pass sequencing technology. The company aims to revolutionize genomics research and diagnostics across various species by providing fast and affordable whole-genome sequencing solutions. Gencove develops both molecular and computational tools that facilitate low-cost genome sequencing, making genomic data accessible to researchers in diverse industries, including agriculture and pharmaceuticals.

Ada

Series A in 2018
Ada Support Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing a chatbot platform designed to enhance customer experience for enterprise businesses. Founded in 2016, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate customer support processes. By enabling non-technical support teams to manage inquiries effectively, Ada's technology reduces overall support volume and allows customers to find answers independently. The system continuously learns from interactions, improving its ability to serve customers over time.

Hostie

Hostie is an AI-first customer experience platform designed for restaurants, automating guest inquiries, reservations, and takeout orders. We proudly partner with some of the world’s top restaurants, including Flour + Water, Nisei, Slanted Door, ILIS, and more. Co-founded by a product designer-turned-restaurateur and an AI engineer, Hostie blends hospitality expertise with cutting-edge technology to enhance restaurant operations.
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